WCHA Board Application

The WCHA & Museum Board of Directors is an active volunteer board committed to presenting the history of Wayne County, through the Wayne County Museum, and making it a viable part of the downtown Goldsboro and Wayne County community. Through the use of committees, this board works to create new exhibits twice a year as well as interesting and engaging programs/events that are a testament to the diversity of the area. Board members work within the community and with community leaders to increase awareness and preservation of local history. Funding for this organization is acquired through local finding sources, grants and donations; board members are responsible for soliciting resources to fund the WCHA & Museum’s projects and events and giving their time and support to these activities, museum members and staff. If you believe you can make such a valuable commitment and positive addition to this organization, please complete this application.

This organization accomplishes goals through the hard work of numerous committees. Current committees include, but are not limited to, Grants, Publicity & Fundraising and Events & Exhibits.

General Information:

Name:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Email Address*:

Do you check your email on a regular basis?  Yes: No:

Primary Phone:

Secondary Phone:

Date of Birth:

Place of Work/Title:

Do you have a Facebook account?  Yes: No: Do you Follow the Museum on Facebook?  Yes: No:

Do you have a Instagram account?  Yes: No: Do you Follow the Museum on Instagram?  Yes: No:

Please list all community organizations, committees, or non-profit organizations with whom you are currently or have previously been involved and how you contributed:

Please summarize your professional background and how you can contribute professionally to the WCHA & Museum Board:

Please explain your interest in joining the WCHA & Museum Board:

Have you ever served as a WCHA & Museum Board member?  Yes: No: If so, when and how long did you serve?

Have your ever served on any WCHA & Museum committees?  Yes: No: If so, when and which committee?

Do you know a current Board or Committee member?  Yes: No: If so, who?

Have you ever attended a WCHA & Museum sponsored event such as exhibit openings, programs, or productions?  Yes: No: If so, what event?

At this time, the WCHA & Museum Board meets quarterly. Can you dedicate the time to attending these meetings?  Yes: No: Meeting times are subject to change to best accommodate the majority. What are dates/times that you are regularly available to attend meetings?

Do you have any previous experience in:  • Archival & Preservation   Yes: No: • Research & Writing   Yes: No: • Marketing, Design & Curatorial Work   Yes: No: • Event Planning & Production   Yes: No: • Fundraising & Finances   Yes: No: • Technology & Computer IT   Yes: No: • Building & General Maintenance   Yes: No: Please provide examples of these experiences:

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